Fleck and Flake

Fleck

Fleck noun - A very small piece.
Usage example: wiped a fleck of cookie off his jacket

Flake is a synonym for fleck. In some cases you can use "Flake" instead the word "Fleck" as a noun or a verb. popular alternative

Nearby Words: flecked, flecking

Flake

Flake noun - A small fragment of something broken off from the whole.
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Synonyms for Flake

Fleck is a synonym for flake. You can use "Fleck" instead the word "Flake" as a noun or a verb. popular alternative

Nearby Words: flaky, flaked, flaking
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